Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined Morning in America on NewsNation to show off hot holiday toys that won’t break the bank. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.
MY AVASTARS
Each Avastar has more than 100 possible looks. The dolls each include sticker packs and two mix-and-match bonus outfits. There is also a code compatible with the My Avastars online game so kids can play with their doll virtually.
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DEXOR ROBOT
Kids can use 110 pieces to build a pretend robot, including graphic paperboard panels, colorful plastic building links, and stickers. The set inspires action-based storytelling.
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PINXIES BUTTERFLY HOT AIR BALLOON
Designed to inspire storytelling, this STEM-based construction set includes graphic paperboard panels, colorful plastic building links, accessories, and stickers that kids can use to build a hot air balloon. It’s compatible with other Pinxies building sets.
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SWITCH & GO DRAGON ROADHOG
Rev up the fun with the transforming Switch & Go Dragon Roadhog! Buckle up, it's time for a rowdy ride with this road hog. Check out the driver on the animated screen and hear him talk about how no one can catch him. One-touch transformation switches the road hog into a dynamic dragon. This fierce…
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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME BATTLE ACADEMY
The latest version of Battle Academy introduces the Pokémon V gameplay mechanic and comes with an updated lineup of Pokémon, including Pikachu, Eevee, and Cinderace.
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MONSTER JAM MONSTER GARAGE
Display and store up to 20 Monster Jam trucks. Kids can practice tricks with the jumps and stunts attached to this five-level set. It comes with an exclusive, 1:64-scale Monster Jam monster truck.
